5 Best Conveyancers in Hobart
Updated 22 September 2026 · How we rank law firms
Compare the 5 highest-rated conveyancers in Hobart, ranked by Google rating across 568 client reviews (average 4.9 stars). Property transfers in Hobart are registered with the Land Titles Office, and since February 2025 Tasmanian property sales can settle electronically, while cooling-off only applies if the contract includes one.
Best conveyancers in Hobart
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Wollerman Shacklock Editor's pick
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EB Conveyancing
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Baldwin Conveyancing
4.83score -
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Tas Conveyancing
4.83score -
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Goodman Conveyancing
4.82score -
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Advocate Lawyers Hobart | Hobart Based Lawyers
4.55score
Editor's picks are chosen by our editors and labelled; the firms below them are ordered by score. Source: Google Maps business listings for “conveyancer hobart”, checked 22 September 2026. Ordered by a review-weighted rating. How we rank law firms
Standouts among conveyancers in Hobart
Highest weighted score
EB Conveyancing: 5.0 stars from 107 reviews.
Most reviewed
Tas Conveyancing: 178 Google reviews, rated 4.9.
Highest rated with 100+ reviews
EB Conveyancing: 5.0 stars from 107 reviews.
Where are Hobart property transactions processed?
Hobart titles are registered by the Land Titles Office within Land Tasmania, part of the Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania. Electronic conveyancing through PEXA has been available for transfers of land in Tasmania since February 2025, after starting with mortgages in August 2024. Duty is assessed by the State Revenue Office of Tasmania.
What Tasmania-specific rules apply?
In Tasmania, conveyancing can be done by a lawyer or by a conveyancer licensed by Consumer, Building and Occupational Services (CBOS). Tasmanian law does not impose a cooling-off period on residential property sales; under the Property Agents and Land Transactions Act 2016 (Tas), a cooling-off period applies only if the parties include one in the contract. Duty on property transfers is assessed by the State Revenue Office of Tasmania, and first home buyers may be eligible for concessions in some circumstances.
How much does a conveyancer cost in Hobart?
Fees for conveyancers in Hobart depend on the matter, the lawyer's seniority and the fee model (hourly, fixed fee or conditional). Before any work starts, a law firm must disclose its costs in writing when they are likely to exceed the disclosure threshold. See How Much Does a Lawyer Cost in Australia? for typical ranges and fee models.
Free and low-cost legal help in Hobart
Consumer, Building and Occupational Services (CBOS) provides free information on buying and selling property and a search tool for licensed conveyancers. See Free Legal Advice in Australia for more options.
Hobart conveyancer FAQs
How much does a conveyancer cost in Hobart?
Hobart conveyancing fees commonly range from about $800 to $2,500 for a standard residential transaction, plus disbursements such as title searches, registration fees and electronic settlement fees; quotes vary with the property and the work involved.
Is there a cooling-off period when buying in Hobart?
Not by statute. A cooling-off period applies in Tasmania only if the buyer and seller include one in the contract, so it should be negotiated before signing.
Can I do my own conveyancing in Tasmania?
You can, but CBOS notes that a person doing their own conveyancing cannot get the insurance available to a licensed conveyancer or solicitor, so a mistake may leave no route to compensation.
